API 653 – Inspection & Repair of Storage Tanks – E-Learning Course

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Apply the API 653 standard in the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of storage tanks.
• Assess the fitness for service of a tank’s roof, shell, bottom, and foundation.
• Determine minimum thicknesses and acceptable settlement criteria according to Appendix B.
• Conduct external, internal, and in-service inspections using methods specific to the code.
• Perform hydrostatic tests, leak-tightness tests, and non-destructive examinations in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Design repairs for tank shells, bottoms, and roofs using lap plates and partial replacements.
• Install new connections and modify tank shell height in accordance with API 653 requirements.
• Manage the dismantling and reconstruction process while considering dimensional tolerances.
• Document markings, records, and nameplates after repairs or alterations.
• Requalify tanks modified due to changes in pressure, temperature, or service conditions.

Participants will be equipped with the theoretical and practical knowledge required to evaluate, inspect, repair, alter, and reconstruct aboveground storage tanks according to API 653.

This course is intended for:

• Graduates or soon-to-be graduates
• Designers
• Freelancers
• Technicians
• Engineers involved in calculation, design, selection, manufacturing, safety, quality, and maintenance of systems and equipment in industrial processes

Prerequisite

Previous knowledge of this subject is not required to attend the course.

• Intermediate

Your expert course instructor is a Senior Mechanical Engineer and MBA holder with over 20 years of experience in the design, calculation and fabrication of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks, piping systems and general structures.

Throughout his career, he has been involved in the full equipment lifecycle, from initial concept development, drawings, design and calculations, through to technical specifications, technical requisitions, vendor drawing reviews, manufacturing support and installation assistance. His project experience includes work for major international clients such as SHELL, EXXON, REPSOL, CHEVRON, GALP, CEPSA, TUPRAS and SAUDI ARAMCO.

In addition to his technical expertise, he has extensive experience delivering specialist training in both classroom and online formats. He has conducted more than 75 training courses for institutions and in-company programmes, with courses designed for graduates, designers, engineers and experienced professionals.

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